Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast
Built to Go is your #vanlife companion for long days on the road, working on your rig, or just relaxing by that perfect spot. Self-build? Living in your vehicle? Stealth Van? Our magazine format has something for every #vanlife interest.
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Episodes
6 days ago
6 days ago
Back from Malta! Can you vanlife there? Yes! Sorta! Kinda. We'll also visit an impressive castle, argue politics with an AI while driving, and sift through a raft of bad news
As seen in Valetta. Illegally parked, but... hmmm.
NEWS
National Parks Require ID, Or You Pay $$$https://www.thetravel.com/nps-new-id-rule-means-americans-may-pay-international-visitor-fees-up-to-250-usd-to-visit-national-parks/
ACA Worst States To Be Inhttps://www.fool.com/retirement/2025/12/29/states-hit-hardest-if-aca-subsidies-lapse-2026/
ACA Best States To Be INhttps://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/rankings/health-care
Coachmen RVex - Brightdrop Class Bhttps://coachmenrv.com/rvex
Stranger Palooza Review of RVexhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQsYa6QSk8U
ID Buzz Canceledhttps://www.caranddriver.com/news/a69838431/volkswagen-id-buzz-2026-model-year-canceled/
Homelessness Laws Coming in 2026https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r60lOAiRq34
PRODUCT REVIEW
ECHO Auto+https://amzn.to/4q7Kl1k
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Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Can an EV be a camper van? We'll take a look at two contenders. We'll also visit some Ice Castles, talk about the I-word, and get some drugs
The actual plane we flew on. A few years later, it crashed into the sea with great loss of life.
PRODUCT REVIEW
STAINLESS STEEL EXHAUST porthttps://amzn.to/491BurY
A PLACE TO VISIT
ICE CASTLEShttps://icecastles.com/
Senior Discount: senior26
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
AMAZON PHARMACYhttps://pharmacy.amazon.com/
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Wednesday Dec 03, 2025
Wednesday Dec 03, 2025
I'm wrong again! A periodic episode in which I come clean on mistakes, and other things that I need to 'fess up to. We'll also explore some winter campgrounds, talk A LOT about rest area camping, and review a portable vent hood.
"I claim this pyramid for Denmark!"
PRODUCT REVIEW
CIARRA Portable Range Hoodhttps://amzn.to/48grCdH
A PLACE TO VISIT
KOA sites open all winterhttps://koa.com/blog/koa-campgrounds-that-are-open-all-year/
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
OVERNIGHT PARKING AREAShttps://www.ecoflow.com/us/blog/guide-to-overnight-parking-at-rest-areas
BONUS
Willi Carlisle - Vanlifehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FO9YThOUFFQ
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Friday Nov 28, 2025
Friday Nov 28, 2025
Black Friday! It's like Black Francis, but with more enthusiasm! Ehem. Look, here's a big list of stuff I found that's for sale on Black Friday. Some normal stuff, some weird stuff. Not a lot of great bargains, but I'll bet some of them will give you ideas. Normal episode next time
VEVOR
VEVOR RV Air Conditioner, 13500 BTU Non-Ducted Rooftop RV AC, 65 dB Quiet Design, Highly Compatible with Air-conditioning Unit for Replacing
https://www.vevor.com/heating-ventilation-air-conditioning-c_13649/rv-air-conditioner-13500-btu-non-ducted-rooftop-rv-ac-65-db-quiet-for-replacing-p_010874325798?lang=en¤cy=usd&utm_source=inhouse&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=42492674&shortkey=20251128pi6
VEVOR Diesel Heater, 8KW, DC 12V/24V, All in One Portable Diesel Air Heater with Remote Control and LCD Display, Fast Heating Low Noise, 1.3 Gal Fuel Tank for Vehicles, RVs, Vans, Tractors and Trucks
https://www.vevor.com/diesel-heater-c_10321/vevor-fuel-pipe-hose-line-kit-196-9-replaceable-parking-heater-fuel-line-kit-p_010209133120?lang=en¤cy=usd&utm_source=inhouse&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=42492674&shortkey=20251128pi6o
5% Off Anything at VEVOR
http://www.vevor.com/utm_source=inhouse&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=42492674&utm_format_creative=114&shortkey=20251128pi6q
SOLAR
Traver Force 100W 12V 10BB Monocrystalline Solar Panel, Up to 25% High Efficiency Module with Grade A+ Cells, Waterproof for RVs, Motorhomes, Cabins, Marine, Boathttps://amzn.to/48rGlRP
30A PWM Solar Charge Controller, 12V 24V Dual USB Solar Panel Battery Intelligent Regulator with LCD Display, Auto Parameter Adjustable, Timer Setting, Multiple Load Control Modes
https://amzn.to/3Xjlxa6
Solar Cable Entry Gland, 0.33ft 10AWG Soft Solar Extension Cable and Connector, UV Resistance Dual Cable Entry Gland Housing on Rv, Boat, Camper (10cm, Black)
https://amzn.to/4oZDtTg
Dicor BT-1834-1 Butyl Seal Tape - 1/8" x 3/4" x 30' Repair Tape for RV, Trailer, Motorhome, Window, and Vent Sealing
https://amzn.to/4opdi7A
12V 100Ah Lithium Battery,12V LiFePO4 Battery Built-in 100A BMS Protect, Group 31 Deep Cycle Portable Power,Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery for Trolling Motors, Yacht, Marine, RV, Home Energy
https://amzn.to/4ioaSV7
WATER
Portable Intelligent Electric Pressure Washer Pump 100W 160 PSI 12V Portable Pressure Powerful Washing Kit with 21.3 Feet PVC Hose for Home, Car, Garden, Projects (100 W-Black Hose)
https://amzn.to/4onbrQv
Fanttik NB8 Nano Portable Cordless Electric Sprayer w/2.1Gal Tank, Retractable Spray Head, 2600mAh Lithium Battery, IPX5, 72-98PSI, Portable Pressure Washer for Garden, Camping Shower and Pet Cleaninghttps://amzn.to/3M6xBZV
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter for Hiking, Camping, Travel, and Emergency Preparedness
https://amzn.to/43Ye7wB
Waterdrop Gravity Water Filter Straw, Camping Water Filtration System, Water Purifier Survival for Travel, Backpacking and Emergency Preparedness, 1.5 gal Bag, 0.1 Micron, Light Blue
https://amzn.to/4pFRcPa
KITCHEN
5 Pieces Kitchen Gadgets Set - Space Saving Cooking Tools Accessories Cheese Chocolate Grater, Fruit Vegetable Peeler, Bottle Opener, Pizza Cutter, Burlap Bags with Drawstring Gift Sethttps://amzn.to/3KrXenu
Kaskawise Upgrade Car Ceiling Cargo Net Pocket,31.5"x21.6" Double-Layer Car Roof Storage Organizer,Overhead Net for Truck,SUV & Van Camping,Travel Road Trips,Van Life Essentialshttps://amzn.to/4okYwi0
Portable Camping Cooking Utensils Set, Camp Kitchen & Campfire Cooking Equipment, RV Essentials, Camper Must-Haves Accessories, Outdoors Cookware, Christmas Stocking Stuffers Gifts
https://amzn.to/4p7DXqH
Kamenstein Round Multi Spice Container, Filled with Spices, 3.07 x 3.07 x 4.02 Inch
https://amzn.to/4p7w4l2
ground pepper, fine sea salt, granulated garlic, paprika, cumin, and chopped onion
Small enough to put in a ziploc bag with those DO NOT EAT silica gel packs
Mirai Clinical Magnetic Soap Holder for Shower Wall - Stainless Steel Savers for Bar Soap - Easy Clean Magnetic Soap Bar Holder Self Draining - Wall Mount Soap Tray for Shower Bathroom Kitchen Sink
https://amzn.to/3MtKMUI
2sets Wood Magnetic Bar Soap Holder for Shower Wall,Magnet Air Dry Soap Saver Self Draining, Eco-Friendly Wooden Soap Dish for Soaps & Beard Shampoo Barshttps://amzn.to/4peMuYY
Propane or Butane Stove Dual Fuel Stove Portable Camping Stove with Carrying Case&Windblocker, 10,000 BTU Butane Propane Stove, Automatic Ignition for Emergency Preparedness Kit (Fuel Not Included)
https://amzn.to/3Kfvpig
Smart & Safe Butane Fuel Canister - Self-Sealing Nozzle - 28 Pack for Outdoor Cooking, Camping, and Emergency Use
https://amzn.to/4ipNir7
COMFORT
Sealy 12-Volt Heated Car Blanket, Portable Electric Blanket with 3 Heating Levels & 4 Hours Auto Off for Car, Truck, SUV, RV or Camping, Machine Washable, 59" X 43", Navy
https://amzn.to/4akWGdv
Gaiatop Mini Portable Stroller Fan, Battery Operated Small Clip on, Detachable 3 Speed Rechargeable, 360° Rotate Flexible Tripod Better Cooling for Car Seat Crib Treadmill Travel Black
https://amzn.to/3KaI5H7
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Wednesday Nov 19, 2025
Wednesday Nov 19, 2025
It's the BIG HEAT. We'll take a look at nearly every way to heat a van and discuss how practical they are. We'll also have an extended visit to a place named after a small fruit, take a look at vapor barrier, and provide a resource for excess food.
The "oasis" of Currant, Nevada
PRODUCT REVIEW
Sparking Stove Lighterhttps://amzn.to/49oscqI
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION
Little Free Pantrieshttps://www.littlefreepantries.org
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Wednesday Nov 12, 2025
Wednesday Nov 12, 2025
This week we demonstrate the concept that everywhere is somewhere, and the receipt is long and curly. We'll also play with some solar powered cameras, have an ice cream in Maine, find some free water, and explore thermal bridging.
Two young women, two different paths.
PRODUCT REVIEW
AUTO-VOX 2 Solar Wireless Backup Camera Systemhttps://amzn.to/3JTSdUl
A PLACE TO VISIT
Chicago Water Pumpshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chicago_Avenue_Pumping_Station
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Thursday Nov 06, 2025
Thursday Nov 06, 2025
In the past week, I realized that my truck is the perfect vanlife vehicle for me. Learn why! And we'll visit Aldi, Mississippi, have a bit of a cry, and explore the basics of stealth camping.
Potential.
NEWS
New Sodium Ion Bluetti Batterieshttps://interestingengineering.com/energy/bluettis-world-first-sodium-power-station
New Kia Electric Vanhttps://www.motortrend.com/news/kia-pv5-electric-van-first-look-review
Mercedes Brings Luxury to UShttps://www.motortrend.com/news/mercedes-version-of-van-life-first-class
PRODUCT REVIEW
Bluetti Apex 300https://amzn.to/4nKMQ7L
Bluette Hub D1https://amzn.to/47st7oD
A PLACE TO VISIT
Hawaii Surf Campershttps://www.hawaiisurfcampers.com/
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Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
It's a big topic, and one that deserves some attention—so why not talk to the people we're talking about? Hal Bidlack has had a storied life, but part of that story involves his time with "the police," though his role was a bit more complicated than that. Listen in and learn what a cop is thinking after they pull you over.
Lt. Col. Hal Bidlack, PhD, USAF Ret. on patrol. He's was the office you wanted to encounter.